FAQs

From pain and incontinence, to sexual dysfunction and prolapse. Even bowel issues and returning to exercise. We can also help with recovery post-gynaecological and prostatectomy surgeries, post-birth and navigating life post-menopause.

If you’re still unsure if we can help with what you’re experiencing, call our team and we’ll gladly answer your questions.

1. Privately through our website
2. With a referral from your GP

At your GP appointment, if you’re eligible, you can request what’s called a GP Chronic Conditions Management Plan (GPCCMP). This is for people with ‘medical conditions that are present or are likely to be present for 6 months or longer’.

You can elect a pelvic health physio as a member of your allied health team. The benefit of a GPCCMP is that you’ll receive a rebate (read: refund) for part of each session.

For referrals made after 1 July 2025, your referral is valid for the length of time it says, or for 18 months from the referral start date.More info here.

Here’s the summary to take to your GP:

• GP Chronic Management Plan (GPCCMP)
• Physiotherapist Item 10960

You can book directly from the website or by calling the clinic on 0402 144 046. Though, if you do have a referral, this may entitle you to a rebate.

Yes. You may be eligible for a rebate through Medicare (if your GP refers you through a GP Chronic Conditions Management Plan (GPCCMP) or Private Health Insurance (check your extras under physiotherapy).

Yes. Where more information is needed, we can refer you for X-rays, ultrasounds, MRI and CT scans. Or alternatively, we can refer you back to your GP to arrange scans, which may make you eligible for a full or partial rebate.

You’ll book your appointment and receive an email with everything to make the process seamless and easy. I’ll share general information such as where to park and when to arrive. Once you’re in the clinic, you’re welcomed with a cup of tea, some choccies and time to unwind.

Once you come into the clinic room, I’ll tell you a bit more about me and ask a series of questions to get to know more about you, your symptoms and what you hope to achieve. You are welcome to decline answering any questions at all and your consent guides our entire time together.

Based on what we discover together, a pelvic examination may be recommended to inform your treatment plan. Though, you’re always given the power to choose the most suitable option for you. An internal examination will only be performed with your written informed consent and you’re welcome to decline at any point. We also offer alternative assessment options, such as an external ultrasound, for your comfort.

After our consult, you’ll receive a follow-up email with our action plan and I’ll check in with you to see how things are tracking at a time aligned with your plan.

Most patients prefer to wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing that allow for gentle movement.

In appointments where a pelvic exam is recommended, and completed with your full written consent, you may prefer to wear a dress or long shirt for extra comfort as you’ll be asked to undress from the waist down.

In appointments where the abdomen may be assessed, such as in your three-week check postpartum, you may choose to wear something that can be pulled up to expose the abdomen such as a shirt and pants.

Though, these suggestions are for your personal preference and as long as I can access the areas we are working on, your comfort is my priority.

Yes! While Telehealth is a fantastic service, the nature of pelvic health physiotherapy is hands on. Please reach out on 0402 144 046 or via our contact form to see if it’s suitable for your concerns.

No. I recommend Ocean at Alchemy in Motion in Noosa for children’s pelvic health.

If you aren’t comfortable completing an internal exam, we can gather some great information from external options like an ultrasound.

Yes. If you are comfortable, an internal examination can be completed during your period. It’s recommended to postpone your appointment if you’re on day 1-2 of your period if you experience painful and/or heavy periods to maximise your comfort.

Maybe. Depending on your symptoms and goals, an internal exam may be recommended. While the insights from an internal exam gives us a lot of hands-on information that is useful during the treatment phase, you’re always welcome to say no. Even if you said no to begin with, then change your mind.

If you aren’t comfortable completing an internal exam, we can gather some great information from external options like an ultrasound.

From three weeks postpartum, I’d love to see you. For both vaginal and caesarean births, this is to discuss your birth and recovery, your bladder and bowel function since birth, any pelvic symptoms and how your body feels overall, including any pain during movement, feeding or lifting. 

We’ll assess your posture and alignment, ab separation, then begin ab rehab to optimise DRAM healing, check wound healing (perineal and/or caesarean scar) give exercise guidance, check your pelvic floor externally (via ultrasound before six weeks postpartum) or, with your informed consent, via internal examination (after six weeks postpartum).

Generally, postpartum bleeding lasts 4-6 weeks after birth. Since it’s recommended that nothing be inserted into the vagina before six weeks, we offer external ultrasounds prior to 6 weeks, and if you’re still bleeding after 6 weeks we’ll provide you with alternative options for assessment to make sure you’re comfortable.